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Jericho Beach in Vancouver – Everything You Need To Know

Jericho Beach is a very popular summer destination in Vancouver’s Point Grey neighborhood. At Jericho, you can find incredible views of the North Shore, and the downtown skyline to the west. With the large Jericho Park sheltering the beach, there is no city noise while still being conveniently located. This beach is also popular for …

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The Ultimate Caribbean Vacation Packing List (Separate List if Have Kids)

Vacations are awesome but packing for a trip is not everyone’s cup of tea. Are you planning to take a Caribbean trip and don’t know where to start? Don’t fret; a packing checklist will make the whole process easier. Here’s a comprehensive guide for your next trip to the Caribbean. Related To: Business Trip Packing …

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The Ultimate Business Trip Packing List (Separate List If Have Kids)

Packing for a business trip can be daunting, especially if you’re not used to traveling for work. But don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. This packing list will ensure that you have everything you need to make your trip a success. Related To: Types of Packing Organizers | Types of Travel Accessories for Men …

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10 Best Beaches in Vancouver (From a Vancouver Resident and Beach Regular)

As a certified beach bum and Vancouver local, I’ve spent hundreds of hours at Vancouver’s many beaches. I’m here to break down the 10 best beaches in Vancouver, their unique traits, and what each beach has to offer, so you can take the guesswork out of planning your next beach day.  1. Sunset Beach Sunset …

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Reasons to Love Acton Recreation Area, MT

Introducing Acton Recreation Area  If I have to think back on all of the different campsites that I have visited throughout my life (I think we’re into the hundreds at this point) there aren’t too many that can beat the beauty, remote serenity, and stillness of Acton recreation area. Only a hop skip and a …

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Amnicon Falls State Park, WI – Everything You Need to Know (I Had a Great Stay There)

Touring Amnicon Falls State Park  I recently went on a road trip starting in Montreal, Quebec and travelling across North America to the west coast. Driving through Michigan is… quite frankly, extremely boring. Nothing but trees and trees and trees and road.  So when we happened upon the Amnicon Falls State Park, we were so …

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3 Types of Luggage Straps (and how to choose luggage based on strap preferences)

Bungee cord, X-shaped, and regular type that come in various materials, colors, sizes, and styles. The type you choose depends on the amount and type of luggage that you’re taking with you.  If you’re like me, and always overpack, we need to stop our toiletries from falling out of our suitcase on the plane (or …

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Camping at Jones Lake, BC – Everything You Need To Know

The Jones Lake campground is a popular destination located about an hour outside of Chilliwack British Columbia. This mountain lake comes with amazing mountain views, and beautiful clean water, and offers an escape from the surrounding cities without straying too far off of the Trans Canada Highway. This free-to-use campground also means a camping getaway …

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Tower Beach in Vancouver – Everything You Need To Know

Tower Beach in Vancouver is one of the most isolated and picturesque beaches you can find without straying too far from the city. Technically part of Wreck Beach, Tower is a clothing-optional, northwestern facing beach with incredible north shore views, and views all the way to Vancouver Island to the west. Keep reading to find …

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Cultus Waterpark – Everything You Need to Know for a Great Time

If there’s one place I know well at Cultus Lake, it’s the waterpark.  I went when it first opened in 1984 (I was in grade 4) and continued going through the 80s and 90s.  In recent years I’ve returned with my own kids (aged 10 and 7).  It’s one of my favorite things to do …

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Sunset Beach in Vancouver – Everything You Need To Know

Sunset Beach is a popular urban beach in Vancouver’s West End. Aptly named, it is a very popular beach to watch the sunset, and with its location along the seawall, it is super easy to access. This beach has all the amenities you need for the perfect beach day, and with the seawall, park, roller …

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We Rented a Vacation House at Cultus Lake (3X) – Everything You Need to Know

We’ve rented three different houses at Cultus Lake over the last two years.  Specifically, we’ve rented houses in the Sunnyside neighborhood which is on the north side of the lake (closest to the park entrance).  I have not rented a house in the Lindell Beach area of the lake so I cannot comment on that …

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